Blue Ribbon Fishing

Fly and bait fishing are at their best in the North Fork of the Yuba River. This beautiful river, typical of many area streams, is heavily stocked and expert anglers seldom fail to get their limits.

River Facts:

Nevada City Anglers in Nevada City, California, presents the following information about the North Fork of the Yuba River.

The Water:

The North Fork is a midsize stream requiring short 10-35' casts. You will see various water types including pocket water, runs and pools.

The Equipment:

    Rods:

    2 wt - 5 wt (or wt)
    7-1/2 - 9' length

    Lines:

    Double taper and weight forward - floating
    Sink tip 5' - 10'

    Leaders:

    7-1/2 - 12'
    4X - 7X

    Waders:

    Spring/Fall - Neoprene (2mm-3mm)
    Summer - Lightweight or wade wet

    Shoes:

    Felt sole (strongly recommended)

    Flies:

    Spring - stoneflys, streamers, wollybuggers, nymphs and dries call
    Summer - terrestrials, small nymphs and drys call
    Winter - small nymphs, dry flies, October caddis